Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s roundup from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines shaping Nigeria, including Yakubu Dogara’s call for a national emergency on insecurity and poverty, a sharp drop in power generation amid PENGASSAN’s strike, and Boko Haram’s deadly attack in Borno.
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1. Dogara calls for national emergency on northern insecurity and poverty
Former Speaker Yakubu Dogara has raised alarm over worsening insecurity and poverty in northern Nigeria, urging the federal government to treat the crises as a national emergency. Speaking in Abuja, Dogara lamented the persistent killings and hardship, stressing that the situation has outgrown being seen as a regional issue.
2. National grid drops to 3,200MW as PENGASSAN strike disrupts gas supply
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) announced that power generation has plunged to 3,200 megawatts following disruptions by PENGASSAN’s ongoing strike. According to NISO, the industrial action triggered gas shortages, cutting down electricity supply from over 4,300MW.
3. Kwankwasiyya leader defects to APC in Kano’s largest ward
Alhaji Amadu Danfulani, a prominent leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement in Gobirawa Ward, Dala Local Government, Kano State, has joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Gobirawa, which holds the highest number of polling units in Nigeria, is regarded as the country’s largest political ward.
4. Tinubu says economic hardship easing as reforms take effect
President Bola Tinubu has assured citizens that Nigeria’s economic reforms are beginning to yield positive results. In his Independence Day address marking 65 years of nationhood, the president said the difficulties faced by Nigerians were temporary, adding that his administration remains focused on ensuring relief.
5. Boko Haram attacks Borno border community, kills one, abducts another
Gunmen suspected to be Boko Haram terrorists attacked Kirawa community in Gwoza, Borno State, killing one person and abducting another. The insurgents also razed the home of the district head, Alhaji Abdulrahman Abubakar, alongside several houses, shops, and community structures.
6. Obasanjo warns out-of-school children crisis poses terror threat
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged urgent intervention in tackling Nigeria’s estimated 24 million out-of-school children, warning that they risk being recruited by Boko Haram. Speaking in Sokoto at the launch of the Bakhita ICT Centre, Obasanjo described the crisis as a looming “time bomb.”
7. Tinubu condemns killing of Arise TV anchor, demands justice
President Bola Tinubu has denounced the killing of Arise TV presenter Somtochukwu Maduagwu, who was murdered during a robbery at her residence in Katampe, Abuja. The president described the crime as cruel and tasked security agencies to swiftly bring the culprits to justice.
8. Tinubu appoints new heads of three federal agencies
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new leaders for three key federal agencies as part of efforts to strengthen governance and improve service delivery. The announcement was made by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
9. Kidnapped lawyer and sister regain freedom in Kogi
Peace Onyesom, a newly called-to-bar lawyer, and her sister, Gift, who were abducted along the Okene-Auchi Road, have been released. Their brother, Godspower Onyesom, confirmed the development on Tuesday, days after their kidnap last Friday.
10. Lagos APC tells PDP to stop dragging Jonathan into 2027 race
The Lagos State chapter of the APC has asked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stop pressuring former President Goodluck Jonathan into contesting the 2027 elections. APC spokesman, Seye Oladejo, said Jonathan should be allowed to enjoy his retirement, reacting to a call by Jerry Gana that the ex-president should return to the race.
